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The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) are continuing their dedication to closing the skilled labor gap in 2018 by helping to kick off the second year of the This Old House…

Kesseböhmer, maker of kitchen storage solutions, continues to expand its team in 2017. Julie Rouches joins the team as a product specialist in the greater Chicago area and Tim Schaefer is Kesseböhmer’s new Midwest distribution sales manager. Rouches brings more…

Inspired by the classical architecture found in the grand homes of the Southern United States, particularly the state of Georgia, Images Publishing has released a new book by William T. Baker, Great American Homes. The third volume in Images Publishing‘s Classicist series,…

Above: First Place winning project, completed by Kent, Wash.-based designer Jill Peyton Huntwood Cabinets recently announced the winners of its 2017 Design Contest. Open to all Huntwood kitchen designers and direct representatives, entrants were judged on the completeness of drawings,…

Kohler Co. expands its new retail concept and joins the Los Angeles design renaissance with the opening of a new Kohler Experience Center (KEC LAX). Located in the heart of West Hollywood, KEC LAX serves the city’s burgeoning design scene by…

Ed Pell, a business journalist and marketing consultant, passed away recently after battling myelodysplastic syndrome for two years. Pell was previously marketing director and research editor for Kitchen & Bath Business magazine for almost two decades, and he also served…

Under the new name Frank Webb Home, parent company F.W. Webb Co. is enhancing its showrooms with greater displays of the industry’s leading products for bath, kitchen and lighting. Known since 1999 as Frank Webb’s Bath Center, the name has been changed…

Pantone, a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Rite, Incorporated, and provider of professional color language standards and digital solutions, today announced PANTONE 18-3838, Ultra Violet, as the Pantone Color of the Year for 2018. A dramatically provocative and thoughtful purple shade, PANTONE…

Plumbing distributor Ferguson has increased its foothold in New York with the opening of a 9,000-sq.-ft. kitchen, bath and lighting showroom in Brooklyn’s uber-trendy waterfront neighborhood. The new Brooklyn location is the company’s largest in the area to date, bringing…

Delta Faucet has launched its bi-annual Homeowner Index to track renovation, design and purchase habits among today’s homeowners while investigating key seasonal insights related to the home. A resource for industry decision makers, from builders and developers to architects and designers,…

A new chapter is in the books for Häfele America Co. with the completion of their newly expanded headquarters in Archdale, N.C.—the location they’ve occupied since 1989. The refresh on Häfele America Co.’s newly expanded building comes as Häfele continues to…

Duravit is taking part of the National Building Museum‘s innovative, 10-month installation “Making Room: Housing for a Changing America.” Officially opened to the public on November 18, “Making Room” examines an array of potential design solutions for the shifting demographics and lifestyles…

The popular Twitter Chat community KBtribechat has announced their KBIS 2018 line up. KBtribechat will make its seventh appearance at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) by hosting live events on both Tuesday and Wednesday on the KBIS show floor. Typically…

Franke has expanded its U.S. presence with the introduction of a unique retail experience: the Franke Design Boutique. These boutiques are intended to immerse architects, designers and consumers in a curated experience focused on the Franke culture, its Swiss heritage…

Franz Viegener Premium Collection has appointed John Weinstein to the position of corporate director, North America. Following a successful career owning retail stores in Philadelphia, acting as director for several plumbing showrooms then running his own manufacturer’s representative agency, Weinstein…

Perlick Corp., a recognized leader in residential refrigeration solutions, will set the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2018 on fire with the introduction of its new line of full-size luxury appliances. Bringing 100 years of commercial-quality innovation to the…

Path Velocity recently conducted an online survey of 1,125 U.S. homeowners on the impact of customer experience and personalization on overall satisfaction with home improvement products. Homeowner respondents had either purchased a home improvement product in the prior 36 months…

Drummonds, a designer and manufacturer of bathroom products, has announced the opening of its newest showroom within the A&D Building in New York City. The Drummonds showroom in the A&D building houses and displays a number of Drummonds collections including…

Hansgrohe was selected to be featured in “Making Room: Housing for a Changing America,” a new exhibition at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. At its centerpiece is a 1,000-sq.-ft. house called “The Open House,” designed by Italian architect…

For many years, Canyon Creek Cabinet Company has donated wood scraps and pieces to the carpentry program at the Washington State Reformatory – Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC). The carpentry program/sustainable practices lab focuses on developing social, practical and technical skills…

Coverings, the North American international tile and stone show, is now accepting nominations for 2018 Rock Stars – an emerging leaders program honoring the best and brightest young industry talent. Individuals under the age of 35 and currently employed by or…

After a lengthy career in the kitchen cabinet industry, Tom Allen (top left) will retire as the director of national sales at cabinetmaker Showplace Wood Products on December 31, 2017. The retirement was announced by Showplace president and CEO Paul Sova….

Reico Kitchen & Bath, a supplier of kitchen and bath products throughout the Mid-Atlantic, announces additions to its strategic leadership team. The new appointments with help guide the company’s growth and strategy. Laura Saddler, a 30-year industry veteran, was named…

From left to right: Kurt Merki Jr., Duravit; Erica Moir, Jacuzzi Luxury Bath; Jean-Jacques L’Henaff, LIXIL Americas; Tim Rundle, Victoria + Albert Baths; Jessica Birchfield, Moen Water is not only an essential part of life; it is also the key to…

ICFF and Bernhardt Design have announced the commencement of the 13th-annual ICFF Studio, to be presented May 20-23, 2018. ICFF Studio is a global platform to showcase emerging design. Each year, Bernhardt Design partners with ICFF to invite emerging designers and…

Remodelista.com, the home interiors and renovation website for design enthusiasts and professionals, has announced the launch of its new sister website, The Organized Home (www.Organized-Home.com). Inspired by the upcoming book Remodelista: The Organized Home, the new site delivers simple storage and organizing solutions for…

Cutting Edge Countertops, an Ohio-based countertop fabrication company, has announced an expansion plan that is designed to provide additional capacity required for its anticipated business growth over the coming years. The new 71,400-sq.-ft. Varco Pruden pre-engineered metal building addition will…

The 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced the 14 brands selected to participate in the third annual DesignBites. A speed dating-style program for brands, attendees and media, DesignBites will be…

Cambria Style magazine, a luxury design-focused lifestyle publication published by Cambria, the family-owned natural stone producer, is now available on newsstands nationwide as part of a new partnership with Sandow. The current winter issue, Cambria Style Issue #17, features a cover…

Nemo Tile + Stone has announce the company’s latest hire, Matthew Coburger, director for product merchandising. Coburger will be in charge of streamlining Nemo’s distribution processes and presenting a consistent approach to all markets. He will also help to inspire…

Baldwin Hardware, a brand of the Hardware & Home Improvement division of Spectrum Brands Holdings, announced it is collaborating with celebrity designer Erinn Valencich to create a new modern hardware collection. Valencich is the founder and creative director of Erinn V….

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) announced its 2018 Board of Directors and officers. The nine volunteer members hail from across all facets of the kitchen and bath industry and will work with NKBA CEO Bill Darcy to guide…

Borrowing from the geek-tech associations of Silicon Valley, American Standard‘s new campaign portrays the company in the innovative world of “Porcelain Valley.” In a multimillion-dollar, multi-channel effort that premiered this month, Porcelain Valley serves as the backdrop and breeding ground…

The Aurora, OH-based buying group, Luxury Products Group (LPG) has named Jeff MacDowell, Director for the premier buying group in the plumbing industry. LPG was created in 2009 by the members of Omni Corporate Services Ltd., Inc., as the avenue…

After announcing hurricane relief plans in September, Karndean Designflooring has raised $8,000 to assist with rebuilding efforts following Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, which will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the company for a total contribution of $16,000. The proceeds will…

Jacuzzi Luxury Bath, the inventor of the hydromassage bath, received the Ferguson Vendor of the Year Award in the category of Residential Builder/Showroom Plumbing at the annual Ferguson Vendor Summit on Nov. 2 in Norfolk, Virginia. The criteria that qualified…

Nancy Jackson, President of Architectural Systems, receives Shop! Association’s inaugural Women of Distinction award during Shop!X Annual Meeting held at the La Cantera Resort in San Antonio, Texas, during the Night of Honors Awards Dinner on November 9th, 2017. The…

The 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) announced the sixth official BlogTour set to take place Jan. 9-11, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. During BlogTour, 25 design bloggers and social media influencers will scour the KBIS show floor in…

Imagine Tile Inc. has announced that Lynda Portelli has rejoined the company as vice president of sales & marketing. In this newly created position, Portelli will oversee all sales, marketing and administration for the Imagine Tile brand. Portelli is a…

LIXIL’s SATO program provides smart and affordable toilet solutions for more than six million people in 14 countries in Africa and Asia. Recently, many manufacturers are using their talents and resources to improve the lives of the less fortunate. KBB…

Villeroy & Boch announced its strategic shift to direct distribution in the North American market. This announcement reflects the next critical step in the company’s long term strategy in the Americas, which aims to provide a focused and deeper level…

Cosentino, the global leader in the production and distribution of innovative services for the architecture and design industry, announces the opening of its new Americas headquarters in Miami. The new Americas operations center, located in the heart of the Coral…

HomeAdvisor has released the results of its third-annual Aging in Place Report, and results show that while aging is a fact of life, aging uncomfortably, unsafely or unhappily in your home doesn’t have to be. As one survey respondent in the…

Established by The Home Depot in 2007, Eco Options is a voluntary program that recognizes products that have less of an environmental impact than comparable products in five categories: energy efficiency, water conservation, healthy home, clean air and sustainable forestry….

Fortune magazine has included Grohe, part of LIXIL, in this year’s Change the World ranking. The list includes 50 international companies whose business strategies have a demonstrably positive impact on society. In the assessment, Fortune and its partners evaluated the…

The Woodwork Career Alliance of North America (WCA), celebrating its 10th anniversary as the champion of woodworking skill standards, is pleased to announce the relaunch of WoodworkCareer.org. The newly redesigned website has been reorganized and updated to make it easier…

Duravit has announced the award winners of the 2017 Designer Dream Bath Competition, now in its fifth year. The competition recognizes the talented architects and designers who demonstrate an innovative, inspired perspective on bathroom design. For the Unbuilt category, Duravit…

TOTO announced that its Morrow Manufacturing Plant has been awarded a 2017 Green Power Leadership Award from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA presented Bill Strang, president of operations and ecommerce for TOTO USA, with its Excellence in Green…

WHO: Randy Fiser, Hon. FASID, CEO of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), and Nick May, Host, The Chaise Lounge podcast WHAT: “Designing for Impact;” a discussion on the power of design to positively change people’s lives and the role interior designers can…

Coverings, the international tile and stone show held in North America, is now accepting submissions for the 2018 Coverings Installation and Design (CID) Awards. Celebrating achievements in design and installation of tile and stone products in residential and commercial projects,…

October marked 40 years that Grass America Inc., a manufacturer of high end functional hardware, has been in Kernersville, North Carolina. The celebration for its four-decade milestone was held recently on the company grounds. The event started with plant tours for…

FEI Group, parent company of KBx and K&B Alliance, recently hosted their 19th Annual Conference at the JW Marriott San Antonio Resort & Spa on the outskirts of the magnificent Texas Hill Country. Supply partners such as MasterBrand, Whirlpool, Richelieu,…

If you are a kitchen and bath professional, KBIS 2018 promises to be an unforgettable event. Several brands are joining the exhibitor list, and many returning companies have confirmed larger booths spaces this year with the newest products and trends…

American Standard, part of LIXIL, was recently honored at the 2017 Champions for Catholic Charities dinner, sponsored by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen (CCDOM), for its philanthropic work renovating Naomi’s Way, a family housing shelter located in New Brunswick, N.J. Earlier…

According to www.nahb.org, Granger MacDonald, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), and a home builder and developer from Kerrville, Texas, issued the following statement on the tax plan that will be put forth by Republican members of…

The Design Center at the Merchandise Mart and LuxeHome hosted Design Chicago, the Midwest’s largest trade-only residential design conference, on October 3 and 4, 2017 at the iconic Merchandise Mart (theMART) in downtown Chicago. The two-day event drew more than…

Sub-Zero and Wolf has named the global winners of the 2015-2016 Kitchen Design Contest at its “Best of the Best” Winners’ Summit & Gala awards dinner in San Diego. The contest’s panel of judges evaluated more than 1,500 entries from…

Set on East Matunuck, R.I., the This Old House magazine’s 2017 Idea House is a 3,200-sq.-ft. home that boasts coastal architecture, modern building techniques and a flexible floor plan to accommodate multiple generations. Partnering with Union Studio Architecture and Community…

Sherwin-Williams announces the launch of online ordering for professional customers. Currently available in select markets, this feature will be available nationwide in mid-November, allowing pros to order paint and supplies online from their local store wherever they are, at any…

As part of the company’s continued growth and expansion efforts, Uponor North America (Uponor) recently hired three new senior directors. Chris Budion is the senior director of Sales Operations, Doug Fulton serves as senior director of Corporate Strategy and Segment…

Millions of viewers tune in to their local public television station weekly to watch the “America’s Test Kitchen” cast members test, review and recreate delicious recipes that can be replicated at home. The show’s test cooks will now be able…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, announced its schedule of programs and events set for the NKBA presents KBISNeXT Stage sponsored by HomeAdvisor. The KBISNeXT Stage will host design experts,…

Earlier this month, Florim inaugurated a new space for the Russian market. Designed in collaboration with Florim project professionals, the flagship store in Moscow offers a platform for events, meetings, training and expositions. The space is wider and more functional…

Hanwha Surfaces, the North American subsidiary of the international conglomerate Hanwha L&C, announced that it will expand its direct distribution into t Los Angeles, San Diego and Las Vegas. Customers in these areas will be able to buy HanStone Quartz…

The 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced the nine brands that will serve as stops along the route of the 2018 Hard Hat Media Tour. The annual tour invites…

The Belknap White Group (BWG), a full-service flooring distributor, has announced that Tony Whitfield has accepted the position as vice president of its Ceramic Division. In this role, he will be responsible for all ceramic-related products, including porcelain tiles and panels, natural stone, associated ceramic supplies,…

Hansgrohe USA is once again a sponsor of the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America culinary tour. Running October through November 11, the fifth anniversary of the tour features a weekend of dining and culinary programming in 10 cities. Hansgrohe is…

Influenced by the design of favorite NYC restaurant bathrooms, two homeowners looked to their Sweeten contractor to create this modernized, pre-war bathroom (above.) Many designers today have a similar problem: they either cannot find an available contractor, or they have issues…

ROHL has announced the winners of its second-annual Designer Open Call contest. Created in collaboration with Connecticut Cottages & Gardens magazine, the competition recognizes the exceptional designers and the innovative kitchen and bath designs they create featuring ROHL products. All…

The University of California at Berkeley/ University of Denver has won first prize in the appliance competition of the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2017. The team’s home, RISE, which stands for Residential, Inviting, Stackable, Efficient, showcased innovative and…

Kohler Co. has earned its fifth consecutive Sustained Excellence Award from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Kohler has partnered with the EPA’s WaterSense program since 2007 and was recognized again in 2017 for its leadership in water-saving product innovation and…

Interior Design magazine editor-in-chief, Cindy Allen, is set to burst onto the kitchen and bath scene this January as the keynote speaker of the 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). KBIS, the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals,…

Obeetee, maker of hand-woven carpets, announces the addition of V Starr Interiors to its roster of talented creatives designing carpets for the exclusive DIFFA Collection, which will kick off its new quick-ship program, Obeetee Express. The collection will benefit DIFFA: Design…

Canyon Creek Cabinet Company was selected to receive the Operational Excellence award from the Association of Washington Business Institute (AWBI) during its annual Manufacturing Summit earlier this month. This year’s awards program recognized a diverse sector of four manufacturers –…

Houzz has released the Q3 2017 Houzz Renovation Barometer, which tracks confidence in the home renovation market among industry professionals. The Q3 2017 Barometer reflected high quarter-over-quarter confidence for all industry sectors including architects, designers, general contractors (GCs)/remodelers, design-build, specialty building/renovation…

Hammer Stahl has announced that it has signed on as the exclusive cookware sponsor for the new digital series, AZ Cooks, hosted and created by Andrew Zimmern, the four-time James Beard Award winning TV personality, author, teacher and chef. Zimmern is recognized as a…

When it comes to technology in the home, manufacturers are gradually learning about and catering to what would make life simpler, less stressful and healthier for consumers. At the 2017 Smart Kitchen Summit in Seattle, innovators, designers and manufacturers gathered…

Ferguson‘s parent company, Ferguson plc, a specialist trade distributor of plumbing and heating products, announced its financial results for the 2017 fiscal year. In the U.S., Ferguson ended the year with sales of nearly $15 billion, an increase of 10.4 percent,…

In the year of its 125th anniversary, Poggenpohl is taking a strong step towards being a client-centric company by strengthening the Executive Team with high-level management expertise. In doing so, Poggenpohl sets a course to underline its positioning as a…

Vinotemp, a 30-year-old manufacturer of wine storage and technology announced it will move all manufacturing to a 100,000-sq.-ft. facility beginning December 2017. In addition to the extra space necessary to meet forthcoming manufacturing demands – and Vinotemp’s continued production of its…

OMNIA Industries, Inc. announces the untimely passing of the company’s founder and chairman, Alberto Romolo Comini, at the age of 76 on September 12. Born in 1940 in Imperia, Italy, the oldest of three children of Gesualdo and Iris Comini, Mr. Comini…

The first FLEXFORM Singapore flagship store has been inaugurated. For the new store, which displays a large use of glass, the company supplied all the materials, such as the precious and large marble slabs and curtains that gently brush the floor….

Above: Waterfall Slimtech from Lea Ceramiche Cersaie 2017, the international exhibition of ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings in Bologna, Italy, recently hosted 111,604 visitors from all over the world who sought out the latest in bathroom trends. With a total…

Duravit is stepping out of the bath and into the gallery as part of the Museum of Design Atlanta’s (MODA) original exhibition Text Me: How We Live in Language. Curated by internationally renowned designer, writer, podcaster and brand strategist Debbie…

John J. Jenkin is the new CEO of the US branch of Leucos, an Italian company manufacturing glass decorative lighting fixtures. Known in the industry as “JJJ”, Jenkin can boast ample experience as a manager in some of the most prestigious international…

In the aftermath of the recent hurricanes in Texas and Florida, builders are doing all they can to address the overwhelming demand for their services. But that’s a very tall order, especially for many builders who haven’t yet been able…

Hardwood flooring company Havwoods International has officially arrived in North America. The London-based company is excited to announce its expansion with the opening of a showroom in New York City. Located in the Flatiron District, the new showroom will accommodate the brand’s growing…

Coverings, the largest international tile and stone show in North America, has opened online registration for its 2018 show, taking place in Atlanta, Georgia from May 8 – 11. Coverings provides a stage for the most innovative tile & stone…

Hanwha Surfaces, the North American subsidiary of the international conglomerate Hanwha L&C, announced the launch of an innovative, user-friendly website for its signature HanStone Quartz brand. Bringing to life the brand’s tagline “Handles Life Beautifully,” the new site offers visitors…

Henning von Gerstenberg Rosted has recently been appointed to CEO Americas for Fritz Hansen Inc. Rosted is experienced in developing and building up satellite markets and has a strong retail focus, which will be essential working for Fritz Hansen in…

Majestic Kitchen & Bath Creations has appointed Scott Byers to president and CEO. He will be responsible for the company’s transition to a professionally managed enterprise with a focus on advancing its expansion objectives. Previously with EDM US, a leading…

Based on Lake Orta in Pella, Italy, Fantini celebrates 70 years in 2017. CEO Daniela Fantini was inspired by the beautiful and serene location to redesign the company’s factory and offices and create an adjacent hotel. Designed by Lissoni Architecture…

A fusion of rich blue with jewel-toned green, the 2018 Color of the Year, Oceanside SW 6496, represents the growing desire for color that is both accessible and elusive. A complex, deep color, Oceanside offers a sense of the familiar…

The CEE announced 23 of its 2017 Lighting for Tomorrow Awards to industry professionals during the American Lighting Association (ALA) Conference in Vancouver. Making LFT history, New York-based WAC Lighting captured three first prize honors. CEE is a consortium of efficiency program administrators from the US and Canada. Lighting for Tomorrow is a competition…

Ronbow Corporation, the global manufacturer and distributor of bathroom furnishings, has introduced its new website: www.ronbow.com. The new website offers architects, designers and specifiers a comprehensive resource to discover and explore products from the Ronbow Signature, Ronbow and Ronbow Essentials brands…

The saying, “There’s an app for that,” is usually accurate in today’s society. There are apps for list-making, games, ordering groceries, gardening tips and even going through pregnancy. This does not stop in the interior design industry; there are now…

Blackman Plumbing Supply Co. Inc., one of the premiere plumbing supply companies in the New York Metropolitan Area, is pleased to announce that thirteen members of the management team, together with President/Chief Executive Office Robert Mannheimer, have purchased 100 percent of…

Since 1992, the American Institute of Architects California Council’s (AIACC) Maybeck Award has honored the lifetime achievements of notable and influential California-based architects. In 2017, the association is posthumously awarding Irving J. Gill, just weeks ahead of a second annual…

The London Design Festival was, as every year, a feast for the eyes and a catalyst for creative thought. The show, which lasts nearly two weeks, is comprised of its main shows, Decorex, 100% Design, Design Junction and London Design…

Showers are the most common splurge during master bathroom renovations, according to the 2017 U.S. Houzz Bathroom Trends Study. The survey of more than 1,200 U.S. homeowners using Houzz who are in the midst of, are planning, or recently completed a…

Earlier this month, 25 youth began vocational training with Vauth-Sagel, the German system component manufacturer. For many of them, the training is the first step towards a successful career with the Vauth-Sagel group of companies. This program actively counteracts the…

HOUZER, A Division of Hamat Group, is pleased to announce that Peter Raleigh has been named its new CEO. Peter, an alumni of the State University of New York College at Brockport, started his 30 years in the industry with…

The NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) and CEDIA, the leading trade association for the residential technology industry, today announced that Design & Construction Week will once again feature a CEDIA Technology Solutions Pavilion. DCW, the co-location of IBS and the…

True Refrigeration has tapped New York-based interior designer, lifestyle expert and TV personality Vanessa Deleon to be an official ambassador for the brand. The creative force behind a wide range of commercial and residential projects, including True Residential’s newly opened Chicago showroom, Deleon has been a…

Dacor, an American home appliance brand, recently debuted a new creative advertising campaign featuring its latest line of next generation creative tools, the Modernist Collection. The campaign, developed by El Segundo-based agency, Team One, captures the Dacor Modernist Collection in…

Hot off the heels of being acquired by Fortune Brands in August 2016, ROHL has announced it will begin distribution in Canada. Part of Fortune’s Global Plumbing Group, which also includes Moen, Perrin & Rowe, Shaws and Riobel, ROHL is…

Anthony Wilder Design/Build, an architect-led design and build firm, recently announced the firm’s induction into The Great Game of Business (GGOB) Hall of Fame at the GGOB’s 25th Annual Conference, The Gathering of the Games. The Great Game of Business is a…

Design by Centaur Interiors, Chicago Fantini USA is proud to announce the winners of the first-annual Fantini Design Awards. Architects, designers and building developers were asked to submit eligible projects that show how Fantini designs helped make their vision a…

ROHL, a leader in authentically crafted decorative plumbing and hardware, welcomes celebrated interior designers, Campion Platt and Julia Buckingham to Design Chicago, for a conversation on what makes Authentic Luxury. While the phrase Authentic Luxury can be applied to all…

Poggenpohl has entered into a strategic partnership with Division 6 Design to bring its line of custom cabinetry to Arizona. Owner Marc Buhrig, who has designed and built modern homes throughout Florida and Texas during the past 20 years, moved to Arizona in…

The Miami Beach Convention Center, due to structural damages caused by Hurricane Irma,will NOT be able to provide facilities for ICFF Miami. Fortunately, ICFF management and South Florida city officials were able to identify alternative space available during the scheduled…

Calling for increased support for apprenticeship programs in the building and construction industry, LIXIL Americas president and CEO, Steven Delarge, met with key federal officials on Sept. 14, 2017, at the White House. Organized by the American Supply Association (ASA) and…

Entries are now open for NAHB Student Chapter members for the annual Student Competition, which takes place at the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando this January. For more than two decades, this national program — formerly known as the Residential Construction…

Brooklyn, New York-based, national appliance showroom AJ Madison has furthered its commitment to environmental initiatives and the New York community through a new partnership with Habitat for Humanity New York City. The brand will use its comprehensive haul-away service to…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today revealed the members of the 2018 Innovative Showroom Awards Advisory Board. This group of six leaders from various industries and design backgrounds was selected to help…

FirstBuild, a global co-creation community backed by GE Appliances, a Haier company, announced the winners of its annual “Hack the Home” Mega Hackathon challenge. Teams of more than 200 makers, engineers, programmers, tech enthusiasts, students and designers converged at FirstBuild’s…

Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) members want safe and efficient water infrastructure, fair international trade that creates American jobs, and tax reforms that encourage investment and create growth. A delegation of PMI member executives took to Capitol Hill last week to tell…

Photo by Mark Steele Known for its innovative showroom experiences, Pirch recently announced it has plans to close its Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta and Paramus, N.Y., locations by Sept. 30. Pirch, a recent Showroom of the Year award winner for KBB‘s…

Our new sister show, CEDIA, is known as the central touchpoint for the ever-evolving technology-in-the-home market. More than 20,000 home technology professionals and more than 500 exhibitors convened for this event, which took place this year in San Diego from…

Michelle Mattrey has been named vice president, insights and analytics for LIXIL Americas, home to the American Standard, DXV and GROHE bath and kitchen brands. In this position, Mattrey will be responsible for building a holistic insights and analytics platform…

With its sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2017, Beko, the European freestanding appliance brand just introduced into the North American market, and Blomberg, a line of contemporary European design and energy-efficient products, are going the distance to help accelerate…

In anticipation for its new collections of Completely Frameless Shower Doors, Tub Doors and Shower Enclosures, Aston Global has announced an exciting new partnership with EnduroShield and its partner company, PCT Global, a market leader in hydrophobic coatings. With the…

Canyon Creek Cabinet Company is pleased to announce that Mark Kovich has joined the company as executive vice president. In his new role, Kovich will oversee sales, marketing, customer service, product management and quality management. “I am looking forward to…

George Tsai, founder and chairman of Fairmont Designs, announced that effective January 1, 2018, James Lin will take on the position of director for the company. In this new position Lin will focus on product development and brand awareness for…

For the seventh time, Moen has earned the nationally acclaimed Partners of Choice Award by privately held U.S. home builder David Weekley Homes. This year, the faucet brand was honored for the second time with the prestigious “A,A” rating for…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced that submissions are now open for DesignBites at KBIS 2018. The program gives exhibitors the opportunity to “speed date” with industry VIPs, introducing the brands’…

Interior designer Christopher Grubb can now add the official title of “instructor” to his resume. The president and founder of Beverly Hills-based Arch-Interiors Design Group recently recorded a series of educational courses for Construct-Ed, the on-demand website site that provides…

The 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, and Modenus Media are proud to announce the return of the Design Milk® X Modenus® Talks Lounge to KBIS in January. The Talks Lounge…

Donations have been steadily increasing through the opening week of the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s drive to raise money to help its members affected by Hurricane Harvey in the Gulf Coast region. As the floodwaters recede, the extent of the…

The 2017 Best of KBIS Award Winners The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced that entries are open for the 2018 Best of KBIS Awards. The kitchen and bath…

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is set to welcome Samsung in 2018. The consumer electronics and appliances brand will outfit a 3,000-sq.-ft. space in the West Hall of the Orange City Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Samsung will…

Since there have been so many inventions in home technology, the kitchen and bath industry has been on the lookout for a new appliance − like the induction stove or the steam oven − to continue advancing the home. This…

Each year, the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) searches for outstanding young professionals who possess the passion, creativity and brilliance to be the voice of the next generation of kitchen and bath experts. The NKBA 30 Under 30 Program is designed…

Plumbing manufacturer TOTO announced that this summer more than 375,000 New Yorkers and visitors have experienced its sustainable, high-design plumbing products in Bryant Park’s newly renovated luxury public restrooms, which opened in late April. By year’s end, an estimated 1.15 million people…

Hurricane Harvey has already caused billions of dollars in damage, displaced tens of thousands of people, and left a path of destruction in Southeastern Texas, Louisiana and the Gulf Coast region that will be felt for years to come. Many…

AD Waters, the North American distributor and marketer of kitchen and bathroom plumbing products, announces the appointment of Lloyd Leblanc to vice president and general manager of AD Waters North America. Since the announcement of the AD Waters spin-off from…

According to a recent industry report, sales of electric radiant heating products are expected to grow in several major metropolitan markets across the country in Q3 2017. WarmlyYours Radiant Heating has released its “2017 Second Quarter Industry Report,” and one…

Emser Tile has opened its third distribution center in North America. This Suffolk, Virginia, location will service the growing East Coast and Midwest markets. The distribution center expands the company’s resources to account for a growing product portfolio and increased…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), has announced that the Meredith Corporation, publishers of Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, Traditional Home and Dream Kitchens & Baths magazines, will once again sponsor the Best of KBIS awards. The prestigious awards recognize the most innovative new…

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. greenhouse gas emissions have increased by about four percent since 1990. Of this increase, 21 percent of emissions were caused by industrial activities. In light of the growing knowledge about…

Elmira Stove Works, a manufacturer of antique and retro style appliances, has enhanced its “Create Your Dream Kitchen” website tool, an interactive online feature that enables designers to work with their clients to build “virtual” appliances, making it easy for…

LG Electronics today broke ground on its new one-million-sq.-ft. home appliance manufacturing facility near Clarksville, Tenn. The project, in the heart of Montgomery County, is expected to bring at least 600 full-time jobs to the area and will accelerate the…

Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery is setting up shop in downtown Naples, Florida, in the emerging Design District. The 12,300-sq.-ft. showroom, more than double the size of the former location, features the latest lighting trends, chic and functional kitchen…

On Tuesday evening in New York city after appearances at the Masters 1000 in Montreal and Cincinnati and just days ahead of the U.S. Open, the world’s number-one ranked tennis star and Dekton spokesperson Rafael Nadal made an appearance at…

Haier Group has named Kevin Dexter president, Fisher & Paykel North America and Monogram, a newly created position designed to accelerate product innovation, promote operational excellence and focus on the desires of ultra-premium appliance owners. “In North America, the Fisher &…

American Standard Brands, part of LIXIL, was recently recognized as Plumbing Vendor of the Year for the second consecutive year by Winsupply, a distributor of residential and commercial construction supplies and equipment. Additionally, Mark Terrel, national accounts manager Winsupply for…

Bosch Home Appliances has announced a smart kitchen integration with Drop that simplifies the cooking experience like never before. Beginning today, the Drop Recipes app is fully integrated with the Bosch Wall Oven, with Home Connect in the U.S. This partnership…

Over the past few decades, the kitchen has moved from backstage to center stage. The designs are bigger, grander and demand to be seen and shown off to friends and family. Brooklyn-based appliance showroom AJ Madison recently hosted a “Modern…

Canyon Creek Cabinet Company is pleased to announce three personnel changes. Rhidian Grant has joined the company as the environmental health & safety manager, Scott Nordby has joined the company as the dealer training manager, and Jeff Norman has joined…

Construction Resources, LLC, an Atlanta-based family of design and construction businesses, has announced its plan to further integrate all of its independently-operated entities in the Southeast. The company offers more than 60 nationally-recognized brands across nine product categories and plans…

Coverings, the international tile and stone show held in North America, invites conference presenters and industry leaders to submit educational proposals for the show’s 2018 Conference Program. Returning to Atlanta for the first time since 2013, Coverings will be held…

Doug Mockett & Company, Inc. seeks innovative ideas in furniture parts, components, accessories and hardware for its 32nd-annual Design Competition. No professional credentials are required – all you need to enter is an idea. Submissions may include a detailed description,…

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is proud to welcome Miele in 2018. The family-owned luxury appliance manufacturer will outfit a 4,000-sq.-ft. space in West hall (booth W157) with its latest products and offerings. Learn more about Miele at www.mieleusa.com. KBIS…

The Association of Woodworking and Furnishings Suppliers presented Chris Tress, director of Tresco Lighting, with the Product Innovation Award in Components for their innovative Snap LED Panel Lighting at this years AWFS Exposition in Las Vegas. Sold in 12-in. by…

With 50 years in business, the DuPont Corian Brand has a new look, a new way of expressing brand beliefs and a new range of products and aesthetics. Corian Design is celebrating the role that surfaces play as the unsung…

The Canadian Decorators’ Association (CDECA) has announced the winners of the Canada-wide 2017 Decorating and Design Competition, now in its 23rd year. Industry leaders from across Canada selected gold, silver and bronze medal winners in nine categories. The submissions are…

R.D. Henry & Company is pleased to announce the following personnel changes: Denny Marlin has been appointed vice president of marketing for R.D. Henry & Company. He reports to Mael Hernandez, CEO and president, and is responsible for the strategic…

LG ranks highest in customer satisfaction in seven of the 11 kitchen and laundry appliance segments, according to the J.D. Power 2017 Kitchen Appliance Satisfaction Study and the J.D. Power 2017 Laundry Appliance Satisfaction Study. According to the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), the major appliance industry…

Hanwha Surfaces, the North American subsidiary of international conglomerate Hanwha L&C, has announced Mark Abbas as the company’s new marketing director. Abbas brings more than 20 years of marketing experience in the architectural and interiors products industry, most recently as…

Bostik Inc., a manufacturer of specialty adhesives and installation systems for building construction, recognized the growing potential throughout Mexico regarding installation of hardwood flooring, as well as a need for a professional ongoing training program. To meet this need, Bostik…

Paxton Countertops in Lansing, Michigan, has been selected as the newest member of the Artisan Group, a national organization of independent countertop fabricators. The group offers its own brands of premium countertops including Aventine Quartz, Artisan Stone Collection granite and marble, Saratoga Soapstone and Heritage Wood. “I am so…

Building on its commitment to enhancing the delivery and control of power and light, Legrand introduces Voice Control compatibility with its radiant Collection RF (radio frequency) and adorne Collection Wi-Fi Lighting System. This new functionality enables Legrand customers to control…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced LG and Signature Kitchen Suite as the sponsors of Champagne & Cupcakes 2018. The annual event invites 200 top kitchen and bath social influencers and…

Four kitchen- and bath-related showrooms recently have opened or are opening soon at the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center, more commonly known as ADAC. ADAC is open to designers, architects, builders and specifiers and serves as a venue to get the…

Appliance maker Jenn-Air has announced that its connected wall ovens can now be controlled using the voice-activated Google Assistant that powers Google Home and its array of smart home features. The Google Assistant joins Amazon’s Alexa and the brand’s own IOS and Android wall oven apps as options for controlling many essential…

Luxury plumbing brand DXV has launched #ProjectDXV, a photography initiative that partners with North American interior designers to assist in getting their work published, and to build the DXV library of quality interior design installation photos. This program is now…

NSM Florida Enterprises, known as NSMotif, a female-owned and family-operated countertop fabrication company in Central Florida, donated $1,350 to SafeHouse of Seminole, a non-profit organization dedicated to domestic abuse prevention, intervention and protection. The donation will be earmarked for the…

Rev-A-Shelf, LLC recently launched their new educational resource website which directly supplements the Rev-A-Shelf website. Rev-A-Buzz.com was designed with interior designers, direct consumers, and cabinetmakers in mind to focus on straightforward product descriptions and photography for each Rev-A-Shelf product series….

Ferguson announces the appointment of Alex Hutcherson as COO. In his new role, Hutcherson is responsible for the national execution of our strategy and has direct responsibility for Ferguson’s sourcing, supply chain, product management, change management, national sales and corporate…

Watermark Designs, the creators and manufacturers of original plumbing fixtures, is pleased to announce that it has become a member of the organization known as Be Original Americas. Members are approved by a membership committee that reviews each applicant’s product designs and manufacturing history. Be Original Americas is a non-profit organization committed to informing, educating and…

Registration is now open for the 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals. Attendees can register online. KBIS takes place January 9-11, 2018 in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center. KBIS…

EGGER, a wood-based materials supplier for the furniture, wood construction and flooring industries, has announced that it will build its first U.S. manufacturing plant in North Carolina’s Davidson County. Over the next 15 years, EGGER will invest $700 million in the new…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, today announced the new Design & Construction Week Impact of Design Pavilion Powered by ASID. The 2,500-sq.-ft. pavilion focuses on the ways in which design impacts lives. Brands exhibiting…

Cosentino recently unveiled its new 2017 Global Kitchen Study, which was completed with a panel of influencers from across the architecture, design, and culinary spaces. Published by the Silestone Institute, the study examines and forecasts the main design trends between…

SieMatic has relocated its Montreal showroom, providing a sophisticated, inspirational space for designers and consumers to experience the brand’s lifestyle collections. The new SieMatic Montreal location is ideally situated among other design houses and upscale showrooms, providing convenience while complementing the timeless and distinctive elegance for which SieMatic is…

Sherwin-Williams, through its Industrial Wood Coatings Division, has appointed Lauren West to the position of color marketing manager. She will be based at the Sherwin-Williams Global Color and Design Center (GCDC) in Greensboro, North Carolina, a full-service design studio, application center and technical lab serving the wood industry…

As an industry leader with the world’s most recognized name in whirlpool bathing, Jacuzzi has set out to understand the frequent bather, the BATHLETE bather, who takes baths at least weekly. Jacuzzi Luxury Bath commissioned a quantitative study from a…

New to Stylewise by Keeney Manufacturing Company is a complete line of showerheads and hand showers. These add to Belanger by Keeney branded faucets, bathtub and shower fixtures with designs inspired by today’s trends of style and functionality. “We have…

The DC Design House recently announced the names of the 23 designers who will participate in the 10th-Annual DC Design House benefiting Children’s National Health System. Located in Potomac, Maryland, the event will be held from September 30 through October 29, 2017, and will include design inspiration in 23 spaces, four boutiques, a Decade of Design Celebration and special events throughout the month in…

Fantini USA is proud to announce the inaugural Fantini Design Awards, which recognize excellence in kitchen and bath design throughout North America. The call for entries began July 17, 2017, and architects, designers and building developers inspired by water and…

Baldwin Hardware and Kwikset, brands of the Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) division of Spectrum Brands, Inc., announced they have been selected by Lennar, one of the nation’s largest builders, as the door hardware and smart lock provider for a Wi-Fi…

The 2018 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), the destination for kitchen and bath design professionals, announced today that Elkay will join the 2018 KBIS Hard Hat Media Tour as the official tour sponsor, and Cosentino North America will serve…

Victoria + Albert has recently moved its warehouse and offices to new facilities that will make its operations more efficient and allow room for growth. The new headquarters is indicative of the ongoing support and investment that the brand is…

This kitchen design in Minneapolis was specifically designed to optimize the life of a person with special needs. For the seventh consecutive year, Innovative Surfaces in Hastings/Minneapolis, Minn., has donated and installed granite countertops for the Homeward Bound project in…

Ronbow Corporation announced today an expansion into entry-level priced products with the launch of its new brand, Ronbow Essentials. Available this fall, this is the third product brand for the company, which will join Ronbow Corporation’s existing brands, Ronbow and…

Monogram connected appliances just got smarter, making multitasking even easier with its connected appliances integration with Google Assistant. “Consumers with high-end kitchens are looking for personalization of their appliances,” said Michael Mahan, general manager for Monogram. “Integrating our Monogram suite of connected appliances with Google Assistant makes it easier for owners to control their appliances and adds an element…

Prizer Works, owner of BlueStar, manufacturer of high-performance appliances for the home, and Prizer Hoods, a line of professionally-inspired luxury kitchen hoods, has announced it has agreed to acquire ABBAKA, a manufacturer of handcrafted, custom range hoods. Founded by Vibeke and Frank Paone, the Sonoma, California-based ABBAKA has been designing and manufacturing American-handmade luxury kitchen hoods since 1980. “ABBAKA has been delivering…

JP Drevline has been named president and CEO of Design House, a registered brand of DHI Corp., effective July 10. He succeeds Todd Witte, who has been president and CEO for the past 17 years. Witte will remain executive chairman…

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